Fuel Transport Driver

Pico-Propane-and-Fuel; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

AD&D and Life insurance

Paid time off with rollover hours

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Meritum Energy is seeking a full-time Fuel Transport Driver in Carlsbad, NM. Responsibilities include loading, transporting, and delivering refined fuels from refinery and supply terminals to bulk plants, retail sites, and commercial customers using a tractor and tanker trailer.

The role requires a Class A CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements, and compliance with DOT regulations. You will perform pre/post-trip inspections, maintain logs, and assist with flatbed hauling as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Class A CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements required.
• Must meet all DOT requirements and be able to obtain TWIC.
• 3+ years tractor-trailer experience in fuel distribution.
• 1+ years tanker experience within the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, and deliver refined fuels to bulk plants, retail locations, and commercial customers.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of hazardous materials equipment.
• Maintain accurate logs, bills of lading, and trip records.
• Plan and execute varied driving assignments with fuel delivery routes.
• Monitor tank volumes and prevent cross-contamination during delivery.
• Perform minor vehicle maintenance and report larger issues.
• Assist with hauling equipment on a flatbed trailer.

Skills

Navigation/GPS usage

Logs/records maintenance

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Hazmat & tanker handling

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NM LP-3 propane certification

NM Class 1 certification

Job description

Who We AreMeritum Energy is a leading provider of propane, natural gas, diesel, and other mobile energy solutions throughout Texas, New Mexico, Florida, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, and North Carolina. Known for our unwavering commitment to safety, service excellence, and community partnership, we proudly stand by our company motto: We Sell Service.Why Join Us?We're committed to supporting our team members with benefits that reflect our values of safety, service, and stability. Here's what you can expect:Competitive hourly wage401(k) with 6% company matchHealth and vision insuranceCompany-paid dental insuranceCompany-paid AD&D and life insurancePaid time off with rollover hoursReferral bonus programsJob SummaryPico Propane and Fuels in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a full-time Fuel Transport Driver to join our team! This driver is responsible for loading, transporting, and delivering refined fuels such as gasoline and diesel from refinery and supply terminals to bulk plants, retail locations, and commercial customers using a tractor and tanker trailer, in addition to assisting with hauling equipment on a flatbed trailer. This position requires a Class A CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements.Duties/Responsibilities:Comply with all city, state, and federal regulationsLoads, secures, transports, delivers, and unloads refined fuel productsPerforms pre- and post-trip inspections on equipment used for the transportation of hazardous materialsApplies a thorough understanding of the technical concepts, practices, and procedures of industry standards and government regulations related to transporting bulk petroleum products to final delivery pointsPlans and accomplishes operational assignments that are varied and moderately complex to complexGauges tank volumes and correctly identifies product types before and during delivery to prevent cross-contamination or mis-deliveryTransports bulk petroleum products from refinery and supply terminals to final delivery points using a class eight tractor and tanker trailerMaintains the operational efficiency of vehicles by monitoring truck maintenance needs, conducting minor repairs, and conducting daily DOT truck inspections to ensure maximum vehicle safetyMaintains and completes accurate records by documenting truck inspections, hours of service, bills of lading, product transported, and miles drivenEnsures that the delivery vehicle receives service according to maintenance schedule; reports larger service needs and mechanical issues to supervisorAssists with hauling equipment on a flatbed trailerPerforms other related duties as assignedThe absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.Skills/Abilities:Ability to effectively and efficiently use navigation tools such as GPS, smartphone apps, and/or web-based or physical mapsAbility to maintain accurate logs and recordsAbility to carry out a series of instructions with limited supervisionKnowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety RegulationsAbility to obtain the NM LP-3 propane certificationAbility to obtain the NM Class 1 (transport delivery) certificationEducation and Experience:High school diploma or equivalent requiredClass A CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements requiredMust meet all DOT requirementsAbility to obtain Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)No more than 1 moving violation in the previous 2 years3+ years tractor and trailer experience in fuel distribution business1+ years tanker experience within the last 5 yearsPhysical, Mental, and Behavioral Requirements:The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Position requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to heavy weights of 10 to 80 lbs. for approximately 90% of the work shift.Ability to regularly climb in and out of a commercial motor vehicle, multiple times per work shiftGood hand eye coordination, arm hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp and visual acuity to operate equipment is required, including at night.Frequent sitting, reaching with hands and armsMust be able to speak and hearPosition is subject to pre-hire DOT medical certification requirements and drug and/or alcohol testing, as well as a physical abilities test performed by a company providerMust pass pre-employment screening and background checkPosition may require working evening hours and weekends as neededWork is normally performed outside where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, fumes, airborne particles and gases is common.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that is expected to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive listing of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Also, whether particular duties or demands listed above or elsewhere are “essential” is a case-by-case determination, depending on the operational realities and staffing at the individual location. For questions about whether a particular function is essential in your particular role, please contact HR at [phone].Meritum Energy Holdings is an equal opportunity employer to all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental ability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam War Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.